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Shakespeare Studies in Baconian Light

Shakespeare Studies in Baconian Light

Theobald, Robert M.

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Literary CriticismShakespeare

ISBN10: 1169355277
ISBN13: 9781169355279
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 528
Weight: 2.48
Height: 1.13 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Shakespeare Studies in Baconian Light is a book written by Robert M. Theobald that explores the theory that Francis Bacon, rather than William Shakespeare, was the true author of the works attributed to Shakespeare. The book examines various aspects of Shakespeare's plays and sonnets, including their themes, language, and historical context, and analyzes them in light of Bacon's own writings and philosophy. Theobald argues that there are numerous similarities between Bacon's work and Shakespeare's, and that the evidence suggests that Bacon was the true author behind the Shakespearean canon. The book is aimed at scholars and enthusiasts of Shakespearean literature, as well as those interested in the Baconian theory of authorship.1901. The author attempts to persuade that Francis Bacon is the true Shakespeare by using evidence from criticisms of both Shakespeare's work and that of Bacon, as well as historical knowledge of the Elizabethan time period. The author also draws intelligent comparisons between the stylistic qualities of both playwrights, as well as coming to philosophical conclusions concerning the matter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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